Reykjavík’s Alaska1867: ‘You don’t hear rap from this perspective’

Editor’s pick — Culture quick take: the cultural angle (trend signal, audience insight, crossover with fashion/music/art) in 1–2 lines. In 1867, the United States purchased Alaska from the Russian Empire for the bargain price of $7.2 million ($0.02 per acre). It was a deal that changed the course of history, and 150 years later, would…

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The risky business of bringing back archive beauty products

Editor’s pick — Culture quick take: the cultural angle (trend signal, audience insight, crossover with fashion/music/art) in 1–2 lines. Why is everything today more orange? That’s been the question on many make-up artists’ and devotees’ minds as the 90s beauty revival continues and the search for the perfect cool-toned nude becomes ever more frantic. We’re…

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In pictures: Vivienne Westwood’s jewellery archive has found a new home

Editor’s pick — Culture quick take: the cultural angle (trend signal, audience insight, crossover with fashion/music/art) in 1–2 lines. Thanks to viral penis pendants, omnipresent orb earrings and the iconic pearl choker, Vivienne Westwood’s jewellery output is as famous as her fashion. This week, a new book from Thames amp; Hudson celebrates that vast archive,…

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So you want to smell like a cyborg?

Editor’s pick — Culture quick take: the cultural angle (trend signal, audience insight, crossover with fashion/music/art) in 1–2 lines. THE TREND: Scents inspired by all things industrial, mechanical and metallic – think your mouth filling with blood at the dentist’s office, or the smell of cold knives. WHO’S DOING IT? Niche brands are superheading the rebellion,…

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Rosalía, MIKE, Hayley Williams, and More: This Week’s Pitchfork Selects Playlist

Editor’s pick — Culture quick take: the cultural angle (trend signal, audience insight, crossover with fashion/music/art) in 1–2 lines. Our weekly playlist highlights songs that our writers, editors, and contributors are listening to on repeat Source: pitchfork.com — original article published 2025-11-10 19:28:07. Read the full story on pitchfork.com → [source_url]

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